UNC Basketball Recruiting

Complete coverage of North Carolina Basketball Recruiting.

Cam Johnson-UNC Pairing Faces Limited Options

Pittsburgh’s refusal to grant Cameron Johnson a full release to ACC schools, including UNC, has sparked criticism as well as questions into the graduate transfer process and the specific roles of the NCAA, ACC and individual schools. Nellie Drew, a professor in sports law at the University of Buffalo, offered her opinion that Pitt had a strong case in this situation. (Inside Carolina)

Pitt shouldn't be able to restrict Cameron Johnson transferring to North Carolina

It's a crock. Cameron Johnson graduated from Pitt. He has been an ideal model for college basketball. He's now being punished for his acumen, success and ambition. It's antithetical to the mantra of the NCAA. Players should never be restricted on transferring -- ever -- but it's even more heinous to put lassos on a kid who graduated with stellar grades. Pitt looks awful. (CBS Sports)

Cam Johnson Transfer Primer

There have been several questions regarding Pitt shooting guard transfer Cam Johnson's eligibility status, particularly as it pertains to UNC. So it seems appropriate to offer a quick rundown on where things stand at the moment.
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Monday, May 22, 2017

Pitt’s Cameron Johnson hoping for freedom to play immediately at UNC

Cameron Johnson, a 6-foot-7 guard who averaged 11.9 points last season for the Pitt Panthers, said during a phone interview on Monday that he has “high interest” in transferring to UNC. He likes the way the Tar Heels play, and the interest is mutual. He said that UNC coach Roy Williams is working on his behalf, and trying to convince Pitt to give Johnson his full release. (Charlotte Observer)

3 reasons why UNC could use Cam Johnson next season

Last month, Cam Johnson announced that he would transfer out of Pitt. Despite being just a sophomore, Johnson is a graduate transfer, which means he’s eligible to play in the 2017-18 season. Johnson can transfer within the ACC but would be forced to sit out a year. Here’s why a team like the Tar Heels would be disappointed to miss out on Johnson for the 2017-18 season. (ACC Sports Journal)

Pitt Is Imposing Restrictions On Where Cam Johnson Transfers

Cam Johnson will be penalized if he transfers to North Carolina. The Pittsburgh Panthers’ talented guard is graduating from the school and is set to transfer somewhere else. Graduate transfers are free to play right away at another school, per NCAA rules. However, if Johnson opts to transfer to an ACC school – he’s considering the Tar Heels – Pitt will force him to sit out a year. (The Spun)

Video: UNC Signee Jalek Felton Dominates the Josh Level Classic

UNC signee Jalek Felton came out to support the Josh Level Classic Saturday night. And in front of a packed gym, he didn't disappoint. Almost every time he got the ball there was a highlight nearby. Whether it was dropping a dime or throwing it down, Jalek Felton put on a show in front of the North Carolina crowd.
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Sunday, May 21, 2017

How would Cam Johnson fit in at North Carolina?

Pitt transfer Cam Johnson received a release from his scholarship after the Panthers’ 2016-17 season. After graduating in three years, he’ll be available to play right away with two seasons of eligibility remaining. Johnson would have to sit out the first of those two seasons if he transfers to another ACC program. The 6-foot-8 wing reportedly is fighting to get that condition lifted. (FanRag Sports)

Video: Your Winning Ways - UNC Basketball Signee Sterling Manley

In this episode of Your Winning Ways, FOX26 News takes a look at blue chip college basketball recruit and North Carolina signee, Sterling Manley.
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Saturday, May 20, 2017

Chansky’s Notebook: UNC To Shock The World?

Pitt transfer Cameron Johnson now looking at UNC. Big news. Johnson has already visited Kentucky, Arizona, Oregon and UCLA, but he’s an East Coast kid who apparently wants to stay here. One restriction remaining is whether Pitt coach Kevin Stallings will allow him to play immediately within the ACC and not lose a year by sitting out. The wild card here is Stallings’ relationship with ol’ Roy. (Chapelboro.com)

2018 Big Man Naz Reid Starting to Look at Recruiting ‘Seriously’

Nazreon Reid , the 6-foot-10 Class of 2018 big man from Roselle (N.J.) Catholic, recently cut his list to 10 schools and is only now starting to “get serious” about his recruitment, according to RC head coach Dave Boff. National powers like Kentucky and North Carolina are interested but have yet to offer. “I’ve been in contact with Hubert Davis at Carolina a couple of different times recently,” Boff said. (Zag's Blog)

UNC Sets Sights on Pittsburgh Transfer Cameron Johnson

One obstacle in the way of North Carolina's recruitment of Cameron Johnson is out of the way. One still remains. Johnson, a 6-8 forward who graduated from Pittsburgh and has two years of eligibility remaining, has been in contact with the UNC staff over the last week since receiving permission from Pittsburgh to speak with ACC schools. (Inside Carolina)

UNC Among Schools Pushing Hardest for Wendell Moore

Top-30 class of 2019 wing Wendell Moore (Cox Mill, Concord, NC) has three schools -- Maryland, North Carolina and Wake Forest -- recruiting him the hardest, according to Justin Byerly. As is usually the case with North Carolina prospects, luring Moore out-of-state figures to be a tough task, especially since the Tar Heels have already offered and Duke is showing interest. (247 Sports)